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    tandem trailer upgrade

    Hey guys. New here so please be gentle. I've tried to look around on the Boards and couldn't find anything, so, I'll ask. I was wanting to upgrade a single axle trailer to a double, for an '04 196. Champion dealers in my area are scarce, but, I was wanting to know if this was my best option? I know it's gonna be a little more costly that I wanted. Thanks!

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (bassercl)

    I think I would call the Factory and talk with someone from Champion. You could get an idea of what it would cost and possilbe they could give you some direction on your closest option.

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (bassercl)

    Welcome!!!! Hope you will stay!!!

    Yes, as said, contact Champion. 615-494-2090

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (bassercl)

    I know where a champion is that may be totaled out. The trailer might work for you as it's a tandem I believe. Rock Creek Marina in Perry, Ks. Give em a call they might even work out some sort of trade, who knows.


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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (getfished)

    Thanks guys! Champion basically said to try the dealers first. I'll try Rock Creek Marina. That would be sweet if we could work something out!

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (bassercl)

    I know the tandems pull better, and I have an 01 196 with a tandem, but I like the single axle better. 2 less tires and 4 less wheel bearings to deal with and you can move them when you un hook from the truck !

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (Lea)

    trade? basser wants tandem and you prefer single. Same hull, so should work just fine... Too bad y'all are so far apart...

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (Lea)

    Where there is a will,,,,,,,,
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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (Hillsreels)

    Meet half way in the middle, launch the boats, fish and load up on different trailers. Sounds like a fun weekend to me! You could make it even more exciting. Have a one on one tournament. Five best fish for gas money!

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (schillster1)

    now that sounds like a plan!!! I like that little tourny idea!

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (jcfd129)

    I've been looking for a Champion Trailer for my 202 for 3 years. LOL. It's not easy.

    Good luck!!


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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (OThessalonikios)

    It's actually a mute point for me now. The 196 with the single axle was one I was buying, but after driving to pick it up, it was misrepresented and in pretty bad shape. I didn't buy it. But that's OK, now back to having fun looking. I still feel somewhat lost since selling my last Champion 3 yrs ago. Thanks for the help.

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    Re: tandem trailer upgrade (bassercl)

    <TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by bassercl &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> I still feel somewhat lost since selling my last Champion 3 yrs ago. Thanks for the help.
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    I can't even envision that! I don't feel right if I'm not touching mine at least 3 times a week and using it at least 3 times a month.

    GETFISHED !!!

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